What is the cheapest way to get from Stanford University to San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to San Francisco is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Stanford University to San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to San Francisco is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Stanford University and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanford University to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Stanford Oval and arriving at 9th St & Folsom St via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Stanford University and San Francisco?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Stanford University to San Francisco?

The distance between Stanford University and San Francisco is 31 miles. The road distance is 33.4 miles.

How do I travel from Stanford University to San Francisco without a car?

The best way to get from Stanford University to San Francisco without a car is to Caltrain which takes 1h 15m and costs $7 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Stanford University to San Francisco?

The Caltrain from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound takes 51 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Stanford University to San Francisco bus from?

Stanford University to San Francisco bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.

Where do I catch the Stanford University to San Francisco train from?

Stanford University to San Francisco train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound station.

Train or bus from Stanford University to San Francisco?

The best way to get from Stanford University to San Francisco is to Caltrain which takes 1h 15m and costs $7 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus and line 292 bus, which costs $4 - $11 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Stanford University to San Francisco bus arrive?

Stanford University to San Francisco bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1 station.

Where does the Stanford University to San Francisco train arrive?

Stanford University to San Francisco train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Stanford University to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to San Francisco is 33 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Stanford University to San Francisco.

Where can I stay near San Francisco?

There are 737+ hotels available in San Francisco.

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There are 5 ways to get from Stanford University to San Francisco by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
1h 15m
$7–9
Bus, line 292 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1bus Ecr / ...
2. Take the bus from Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 to 9th St & Folsom Stbus 292 / ...
3h 7m
$4–10
Drive 33.2 mi
1. Drive from Stanford University to San Franciscocar 33.2 mi
45 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stanford University to San Franciscotaxi 33.2 mi
45 min
$120–150
Caltrain via Stanford Oval
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
1h 20m
$7–11

Stanford University to San Francisco by foot and bus

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Distance: 31.3 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Stanford University, CA, USA and San Francisco, CA, USA?

Caltrain operates a train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–9 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stanford University to 9th St & Folsom St via Stanford Oval, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 5, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, and Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 in around 3h 7m.

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